Return to Theros is the best news this game could have provided for me. I’ve been longing for this set and it has arrived at long last. I couldn’t be happier honestly. I love that set crest they designed for it too, can’t wait to have it on my new Theros cards.

I hope Devotion and Constellation appear. I wasn’t a fan of Heroic, Tribute or Inspired (the latter was the worst in the block) but Devotion and Constellation are just too on theme and celebrated to be left out. I agree we will likely only see the mono-color gods, and I am fine with that. I preferred the monochrome pantheon more anyhow. I am surprised they’re only doing one set for Theros, but part of me kinda likes that. I’d rather do one set and more frequent revisits than linger around. I hope we get more sea monster support with Batching, Sagas, and perhaps a cameo by Arixmethes (I really want to see more of the land he’s carrying, and perhaps get a legendary land card for it) and see what Thassa has been up to. Did Purphoros design her a Trident this time?

I wouldn’t mind Monstrosity returning, if they can bring back a third mechanic. Having an underworld aspect is what perplexes me - there’s no knowing what that could entail, which is exciting and very much a great creative liberty. Theros has a lot to do though - many legends to deliver, enchantments, Sagas, gods, Elspeth, underworld, etc. I hope one set can hit enough of those points.

Redeeming Zendikar is also very much welcome. I wish we could go there right after Theros and save Ikoria for Q4

“The exciting new story of Magic’s latest release, Throne of Eldraine. The young warrior-mage twins Rowan and Will Kenrith quest for their missing father, the High King. Rowan and Will’s powers are strong, but the world of Eldraine is a dangerous place! A thrilling mashup of Arthurian legend and Grimm’s fairy tales seen through the unique lens of Magic: The Gathering, here you will find magic, monsters, and mystery true to both traditions.”

So looks like Princess Rowan and Prince Will are the kids of the king Arthur equivalent of Eldraine who is missing. Since he's gone it might mean Will or Rowan are up for the crown.

Theory time : Will is the older twin and is staying behind at court to try and play “game of thrones” while Rowan travels out to look for their father. Feels in color for both as well to do these jobs.

count me in. This sounds amazing, I’m really on board with this setup for the story and can’t wait to read this and see the cards

Well, for me personally this year is a bust. I have no problem admitting this set may be for others, and that's fine. I was never fond of mechanics-driven design. Commander is a place to get Vorthos cards, an opportunity to see various planes such as Kamigawa and Lorwyn, past characters, and fill in deficiencies with certain archetypes while delivering needed staple reprints. I am not seeing much of that this year, forcing the designs around (what in my opinion are) lackluster mechanics resulting in random unknown legends, no tribal or archetype support outside of the narrow focus on a specific mechanic, and not much in the way of flavor (I'll grant you Anje). I mean these decks are 3-color decks. Throw a Solemn Simulacrum into all of them. Throw a Cylonic Rift into anything with Blue. IDK. I'm just not feeling it.

Not that I cared for these legends, but I did expect to see Hal and Alena, the UB Angel Sister, and others this year.

2014, 2016 and the new cards in 2018 were the only products I really liked. O-Kagachi in 2017 was nice, but that series was plagued by Eminence. It was at least good value though. 2016 and 2018 were the best years of new cards for me. Strangely enough the odd number years are the worst, 2013, 2015 and now this year.

I’m really not feeling it this year. As a vorthos I could care less about mechanics, and these commanders really are ultra specialized. It’s fine though, last year was amazing for me and I’ve had a lot of cards for my decks get released recently. So I could use a break and for others to get what they want. I do want the new Gerrard but I suspect I won’t be intrigued until Throne of Eldraine

Actually, this article is the entire problem. Neo-Nazis? Really? Way to buy into propaganda. And the Trump reference about "locker room talk" - way to push your political agendas on a card game forum and assume your opinions are the status quo, and the only right way to think. That's why everyone is sick of liberals and SJWs. Arrogance and ignorance. No one gives a damn bro, we're here for card games. Get over yourselves and off your righteous soapbox.